The Nelsonville City Council announces that there will be a Street Committee meeting on Friday, October 9, 2015 at 10:00 am in council chambers. The public is invited and encouraged to attend.
October 2015
Nelsonville Finance, Police and Fire Comm joint meeting Thu, 10/8, 6PM, he public is invited and encouraged to attend
The Nelsonville City Council announces that the Finance Committee and the Police and Fire Committee will hold a joint meeting in council chambers on Thursday, October 8, 2015 at 6:00 pm at City Hall. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss 2016 Capital Improvements in the fire department.
Athens Co Emergency Warning Sirens will be tested Wed, 10/7 at 12 noon in Nelsonville, The Plains and New Marshfield
The outdoor emergency warning sirens in Nelsonville, The Plains and New Marshfield will be tested at 12 noon on Wednesday, October 7, 2015, with a one minute sounding of the sirens. Local residents are asked not to call local emergency agencies inquiring why the sirens are sounding.
The outdoor warning siren system is normally tested on the first Wednesday of every month at 12:00 p.m. The monthly test will be cancelled if severe weather is threatening. If severe weather cancels the test it will be postponed until the next month. There are three conditions that result in the warning sirens being activated in Athens County.
1) Severe Weather
a) When the National Weather Service initiates a Tornado Warning for an area that includes areas of Athens County.
b) When the National Weather Service initiates a Severe Thunderstorm Warning (winds 58+ mph, large hail, severe lightening and heavy rains), for an area that includes areas of Athens County.
2) When there is an actual enemy or terrorist attack against the United States has been detected and is threatening areas of Athens County and protective action should be taken immediately.
3) When a public safety emergency occurs the sirens will be used to alert the public of emergencies such as hazardous materials incidents and civil disturbances.
When the outdoor warning sirens are sounded for an emergency they will be activated for five minutes. When you hear the warning sirens you should do the following;
1. DO NOT CALL 9-1-1 to ask why the sirens are sounding as this can overload the 9-1-1 emergency response system.
2. Remember, outdoor warning sirens are just that, out-door warning. The sirens are meant to be heard outside to signal you to go indoors and tune your radio or television station to the local Emergency Alert System (EAS) Station. As homes continue to become more energy efficient and sound proofing enhanced, outdoor warning sirens that once could be heard decades ago inside of a home can no longer be heard. That’s why other means of warning are in place.
3. Go immediately to a safe area in your home or building, if high winds, severe thunder and lightning are present.
4. If you are outside away from possible shelter, lie flat on the ground away from trees until the storm passes. If in a vehicle, get out and find a more substantial structure.
5. Carry a battery operated radio or NOAA all hazard alert radio to your safe area. You will know when the storm or emergency has passed and when it is clear to leave your safe area.
6. The Athens County SIRENS DO NOT identify specific types of storms or emergencies, therefore you should immediately seek shelter and tune to local television or radio for further information.
Nelsonville Myers St CLOSED, Monroe St to Watkins St Tue, 10/6 and 10/7 for pavement repairs, please avoid area
The City of Nelsonville announces that Myers Street, between Monroe Street and Watkins Street will be closed starting Tuesday October 6, 2015 for pavement repairs. The work is estimated to take two days. Please use an alternative route.
Joint Nelsonville Planning Comm and Planning and Development Comm meeting Tue, 10/6, 7PM, public invited to attend
The Nelsonville City Council announces that the Nelsonville Planning Commission and the Nelsonville Planning and Development Committee will hold a joint meeting in council chambers on Tuesday, October 6, 2015 at 7:00 pm at City Hall. The purpose of the meeting is to review Nelsonville City Code 9.10.13, Discharging firearms, crossbows, bows and sling shots. The public is invited and encouraged to attend.
Nelsonville Utility Committee meeting Tue, 10/6, 6PM public is invited and encouraged to attend
The Nelsonville City Council announces that there will be a Utility Committee meeting on Tuesday, October 6, 2015 at 6:00 pm in council chambers. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss the 2016 Capital expenses involving water and sewer. The public is invited and encouraged to attend.
Nelsonville Parks and Recreation committee meeting Tue, 10/6, 5:30PM, public is invited and encouraged to attend
The Nelsonville City Council announces that there will be a Parks and Recreation meeting on Tuesday, October 6, 2015 at 5:30 pm in council chambers. The public is invited and encouraged to attend.
Athens County Crime Solvers Anonymous, October 2015 Crimes of the Month
The following incidents have been listed by Athens County Crime Solvers Anonymous as October 2015 Crimes of the Month.
The Athens Police Department is requesting your information pertaining to a series of criminal acts which have occurred within the City of Athens.
The first incident pertains to a breaking and entering which occurred on July 22nd, 2015 at approximately 3:40 AM. The perpetrator forcibly entered Courtside Pizza located at 85 N. Court St. Once inside the business, the perpetrator stole money from a variety of locations. The perpetrator is described as a white male in his early to mid-twenties, approximately 6’00” tall, weighing 160#, and wearing dark clothing and a ball cap. (Picture provided)
The next incident also pertains to a breaking and entering which occurred between 11:00 AM on August 1st to 7:30 AM on August 3rd, 2015. Between these dates and times, the perpetrator(s) forcibly entered TSI Housing located at 36 S. Court St. Once inside the business, the perpetrator(s) rummaged through offices and storage areas looking for valuables. The perpetrator(s) were able to get away with money and two laptops.
The final incident pertains to a robbery which occurred between 2:30 AM and 3:30 AM on September 15th, 2015. The victim explained they were walking on University Terrace near Memorial Auditorium when they were approached by several black males. One of the black males physically assaulted the victim, causing valuables to fall to the ground. Upon bending over to retrieve the items, the black male again assaulted the victim, and one of the other black males stole the valuables. All of the black males then fled the area.
Athens County Crime Solvers Anonymous is offering a $2,000.00 cash reward for information on the above crimes if that information leads to the arrest and/or indictment of the person or persons responsible. *Information on serious misdemeanors will be limited to a $1000.00 cash reward. **Any information that leads to the arrest of an individual responsible for graffiti, the board can authorize up to a $500.00 cash reward. If you have information on these crimes, please call (740) 594 – 3331.
Other cash rewards are available for your information regarding other crimes that have been committed in Athens County and if you have knowledge of other crimes, you are asked to call (740) 594 – 3331. Also visit our website at www.crimesolversofathens.org for information on previous crimes of the month.
Remember! Crime Solvers Anonymous needs your information and not your name so that your information can be passed onto the proper authorities.
Help us to help Athens County become a safer place.
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